Admission Standards
CODES is a selective program designed for students who are:
- Pell-eligible, or among the first generation in their family to attend college, or historically underrepresented in their major
- Interested in research and active learning
- Committed to the community and ready to take action
Rather than requiring a specific test score or GPA, CODES uses a set of admissions standards that evaluate a student’s commitment to the community and level of motivation in arenas of their life within and beyond the classroom. The application for admission to CODES is a supplemental form students complete and submit after submitting their FAFSA and general application for admission to SIUE, including a video or written essay about their interest in the program.
How to apply
Applications are now open for the 2025-2026 school year
Priority deadline is January 15, with interviews beginning in late January. Final deadline is March 31!
- Apply to SIUE
- Complete the supplemental CODES application
- File the FAFSA as soon as it becomes available later in December
- Watch for information about registering for New Student Orientation which is mandatory for all first-year students
Late Entry to Pathway
Although the CODES Pathway uses a cohort model with a chronological completion process, students may request acceptance after their first semester, and will be asked to complete an orientation with CODES faculty and students prior to entry if accepted.